Chapter 2: SUNRISE
News spreads that an innocent android named Sunny was destroyed, and while North and Josh argue (as per usual) about what they should do about it, Markus and Simon discuss the way their choices, past and present, will effect the future.
EXCERPT
“Simon,” said Markus, wheels turning. “Simon, you’re right. I’ve been looking at the Detroit arrangement as a tenuous stalemate, but I should have taken it as a proof of concept.” “I don’t know that I’d go that far,” said Simon. “North is right about the public’s opinion being unreliable.” “She is,” agreed Markus, “but that just means I have to move fast, while feelings are somewhat positive.” “You?” “I’ll go to the police—” “Hang on—” “And express our concerns—” “Markus, wait—” “I’ll have to frame it as an offer to help. I don’t want to come across as hostile—” “Markus—” “What?” “You can’t go to the police,” said Simon, planting himself in front of Markus. “They’ve proven themselves far too dangerous.” “That was before November 11th,” said Markus. “They have to think twice about antagonizing us now.” “No, they don’t,” said Simon desperately. “We’re still not people to them, Markus, and they aren’t politicians or business owners or anyone who needs to worry about how the rest of the world reacts to them killing us. They are individuals with guns, minimal accountability, and nothing to lose.” “Someone needs to work with them.” Markus stared in disbelief. “Come on, Simon, this was your idea!” “Yes, but I didn’t mean you,” said Simon.
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